Humanities & Social Sciences

Alicante, Spain
Humanities & Social Sciences

About the Program

Join students from across Spain, Europe, and the world as you take classes in humanities and social sciences. All elective courses are taught in English. You’ll also improve your language proficiency by taking a Spanish language course at your level, from beginner to advanced. This program’s flexibility allows you to take courses toward your major, choose elective courses in your area of academic or personal interest, and improve your Spanish language skills.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Alicante

Dates:

2/1/21 - 5/27/21

Price:

$12,895

Credits:

12 - 13

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

12/1/20

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Transcript - Unofficial

Eligibility

Minimum GPA:

2.5

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Education
Completed:

1 Year of College, although advanced High School graduates may be eligible

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

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Where You'll Study

University of Alicante

Established in 1979, the University of Alicante (UA) is one of Spain's most innovative, modern, and fast-growing universities, with an enrollment of 33,000 students and 32 degree programs. Every ye...

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12-13

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

You’ll enroll in 1 Spanish language or culture course, and 3 UA English courses. You have the option to add an additional Spanish or English elective course for an additional fee ($825). 

Language/culture courses meet for 60 contact hours/4 credits, elective courses, taught in English, meet for 60 contact hours/3 credits. You may earn 13 credits (up to 240 contact hours) or 17 credits, if selecting the additional course. 

Spanish language/culture courses meet 2 times per week; schedules for elective courses vary and will be finalized on-site. You’ll have the option to sit in different courses during the first 2 weeks before schedules will be finalized.

Before you leave for Alicante, you will select your preferred courses and take a language placement exam. You'll be enrolled into courses based on availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. To ensure that you receive credit for the language level you place into, have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for Spain. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

Final Exams
The period established at the UA for local students to take their finals runs past the CEA CAPA program dates. However, CEA CAPA students will be allowed to either take your finals in advanced before the program ends or have them proctored at their Host Institution. You should approach your professors during the first half of your program to learn which option they will give you.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Geography of World Regions * 100 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Culture of English-Speaking Countries * 400 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Research Methods in the Social Sciences * 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Introduction to Political Science 100 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Sociology * 100 En 60 3
Sociology of Deviance 400 En 60 3
Sociology of Migration 400 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Anthropology of Tourism * 300 En 60 3
Sociology of Tourism 200 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language 300 Sp 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Business Spanish 300 Sp 60 4
Gender, Language & Power * 200 Sp 60 4
Spanish Course - Advanced 400 Sp 60 4
Spanish Course - Elementary 100 Sp 60 4
Spanish Course - High Intermediate 300 Sp 60 4
Spanish Course - Intermediate 200 Sp 60 4
Spanish Course - Superior 400 Sp 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Financial Accounting II * 200 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Construction Systems 300 En 60 3
Building Construction Workshop 300 En 60 3
Drawing II * 100 En 60 3
Drawing III * 200 En 60 3
Fundamentals of Mathematics II * 100 En 60 3
Graphic Analysis & Design I 100 En 60 3
Project Management 400 En 60 3
Structures II 300 En 60 3
Structures III 400 En 60 3
Urban Planning III * 300 En 60 3
Urban Planning V * 400 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Art Management 400 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Cellular Biology 100 En 60 3
Ecology * 200 En 60 3
General Immunology 300 En 90 3
Introduction to Research in Biology 100 En 60 3
Molecular Techniques 300 En 60 3
Plant Biodiversity * 200 En 60 3
Structural and Functional Techniques 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Business Creation 400 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Organic Chemistry 300 En 60 3
Biochemistry I * 100 En 60 3
Inorganic Solids 200 En 60 3
Organic Stereochemistry 200 En 60 3
Quality in Analytical Laboratories 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Mechanics for Engineers 100 En 60 3
Reinforced & Pre-stressed Concrete Structures 300 En 60 3
Roads & Airports 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Communication Theory 200 En 60 3
Computer Architecture 200 En 60 3
Computers * 100 En 60 3
Digital Electronics 100 En 60 3
Discrete Mathematics * 200 En 60 3
Principles of Data Bases 100 En 60 3
Programming II 100 En 60 3
Software System Design 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Software Development 300 En 60 3
Digital Electronic Systems 200 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Modelling Ecological Systems 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Economics of Development 400 En 60 3
Intermediate Macroeconomics 200 En 60 3
Introduction to Macroeconomics 100 En 60 3
Introduction to Statistics 100 En 60 3
Mathematics II * 100 En 60 3
Statistics I 100 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Digital Signal Processing 200 En 60 3
Fundamentals of Engineering Physics II 100 En 60 3
Telecommunications Regulation and Services * 300 En 60 3
Transmission Media 400 En 60 3
Video Engineering 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Geography of World Regions * 100 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Basics of Physiology 300 En 60 3
Sports with Equipment 300 En 60 3
Theory of Sports & Physical Activity 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Culture of English-Speaking Countries * 400 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Human Resources Management * 400 En 60 3
International Corporate Strategy and Management 400 En 60 3
Operations Management * 100 En 60 3
Organizational Design * 200 En 60 3
Quality and Environmental Management 400 En 90 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Commercial Distribution 300 En 60 3
Strategic Marketing 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Game Theory 400 En 60 3
Mathematics I * 100 En 60 3
Mathematics II * 100 En 60 3
Time Series 400 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Production and Execution in Audiovisual Media 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Psychology * 300 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Introduction to Political Science 100 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Sociology * 100 En 60 3
Sociology of Deviance 400 En 60 3
Sociology of Migration 400 En 60 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Anthropology of Tourism * 300 En 60 3
Computer Science Applied to Tourism * 200 En 60 3
Cultural Heritage * 100 En 60 3
Research in Tourism * 400 En 60 3
Sociology of Tourism 200 En 60 3
Tourist Territorial Resources 100 En 60 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Alicante. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
February 01
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Alicante Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to a hotel or their assigned housing.

February 02
Orientation

Mandatory CEA/University of Alicante Orientation will be held.

February 02
Transfer

Students will be transferred to their assigned housing.

February 03
Classes Begin

Classes begin at the University of Alicante on this day.

February 07
Drop/Add Deadline

This is the last day to drop and/or add classes at the University of Alicante.

February 15
Intensive Language Prep Course

Students participate in a 15-week Intensive Language Prep Course at Centro Superior de Idiomas.

March 19
Holiday

San Jose. No classes will be held.

April 01 - 12
School Break

The University of Alicante is closed for Spring Break. No classes will be held.

May 13
Intensive Language Prep Course

15-week Intensive Language Prep Course ends.

May 26
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at the University of Alicante.

May 27
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$12,895
$12,895
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$700
$1,500
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$305
$305
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$161
$280
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$2,818
$5,268
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,838
$3,675
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$368
$980
TOTAL EXPENSES $19,085 $25,378